Combustion and Fuels
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | ET00BN36 |
| Curriculum: | ETE 2023 / 2024 / 2025 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Engineering |
| Year of Study: | 2 (2024 / 2025 / 2026) |
| Semester: | Autumn |
| Credits: | 5 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Songok, Joel |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
Courses
| Impl. | Group(s) | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3001 | ETE2023-2A, ETE2023-2B, ETE2023-2C, ETE2023-2D | 2024-09-03 – 2024-12-20 | Maarit Mäkelä | English | 2024-08-01 – 2024-09-06 |
| 3002 | ETE2024, ETE2024-A, ETE2024-B | 2025-09-02 – 2025-12-19 | Joel Songok | English | 2025-08-01 – 2025-09-06 |
The descriptions shown below are for the academic year: 2025-2026
Learning Outcomes
After completing this course, you will be able to
1. to apply the main concepts of the thermo-chemistry of combustion to the evaluation of the quality of combustion in energy systems, including thermal engines
2. to perform calculations of combustion equipment and associated heat-transfer devices
3. to understand the environmental aspects of fossil fuel combustion
4. have knowledge of industrial applications of combustion in energy engineering applications
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
Knowledge of Chemistry, preferably passed Chemistry course
Contents
1. Role of combustion in power/heat; efficiency vs emissions
2. Fuels and properties: Fuel classifications; ultimate/proximate analysis;
3. Principle of Combustion
4. Flame types: Premixed and non-premixed laminar and turbulent flames.
5. Energy generation devices/Fuel combustion technologies
6. Safety Issues and Accidental Combustion
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Contact teaching